The Marriott Surf Club is a great resort for families with kids 18 or under. The staff was very friendly and responsive. There was always something going on at the resort and was a very kid friendly atmosphere. The resort is located right on Palm beach. If you like the beach vs the pool, make sure you reserve a Palapas once you arrive so you have a good view of the Ocean.

We enjoyed our stay but the hotel is mainly for time share owners and only provides very basic hotel services (definitely not a resort). The hotel is situated in a great location, between other hotels and next to a beautiful beach. Unfortunately, it is very hard to get a reasonable seat at the beach and folks line up at 6:30AM to reserve a spot. The water slide close very early (~4pm) which was inconvenience for parents who try to limit their kids sun exposure to off-peak times.

We only stayed 5 days. It is better to stay at least one week. Hotel meets our expect. It is convenient ,clean and comfortable. Restaurants in hotel and nearby are very fine. It will be excellent if I can have more time to play golf.

the kids loved the pool (including lazy river and waterslide)! could almost never get them to the actual beach, which says a lot! and iguanas everywhere to entertain the kids - totally safe and tame! rooms are not fancy, but we were not in the room except for sleeping! bring your own float for lazy river - don't know why. easy walking distance to restaurants and shopping.

This hotel was awesome. Extremely clean and staff was very friendly and helpful. Lazy river was great and so relaxing. The only negative with aruba is everything is expensive and also added on service fees. But for vacation, you gotta go.

First of all, we had a room with a full kitchen and a washer and dryer. It felt like a home. The staff could not have been more pleasant. We were pampered during our stay. The amenities at the hotel were fantastic and we never felt bored. The lazy pool, the beach, the gym, the spa, the markets were all here so what else can you asked for. The only annoyance which I had as well as overheard by many guests was that there is no Wi-Fi in any of the rooms. Why?? The front desk says that are aware of this complaint. There is Wi-Fi only in the lobby which was evidenced by so many many guests with their IPADS and smartphones lingering around. BTW, I had no problems with getting chairs by the pool. Tagging issues was not a issue during our stay. I would come back to this resort in the near future. Hopefully Wi-Fi will finally be in the rooms.

We have been going to Aruba for 15 yrs and we added on a couple days at this resort. Staff was rude, room was NOTHING and beach is sooo crowded that people were fighting for a beach chair. AWEFUL Wasted $500

We visit Aruba every year, and have stayed at many venues in the hi-rise and low rise areas. The Surf club is indeed-top notch relative to room and facility cleanliness, maintenance,beach ameniies,and variety of activity. The only negative is that you have to work hard to find out about all of the offerings. They seem to fall short in communicating all they have to offer. The Surf club is pricey, but it is a quality venue.

The Motel was very clean & very friendly to the guests. The Motel went out of there way to help the guest. Went to the beach or the pool. I have been to Aruba 5 times now & each time the Motel is very friendly. The island is very safe to travelers & all the people are very friendly. Stayed at Marriott Surf Club in Aruba. The island is beautiful. Room was very clean & comftable. Value for money is good. Staff was very friendly to the guest. Room had a small Kitchenette in it, refrig, micro, stove so you could have Breakfast & Lunch in room. Staff is very friendly & goes out of there way to help you with any problem you might have. The value for the money is just right

Hotel highlights

Walking distance to Palm Beach

Free WiFi in rooms and public areas

Free parking

Onsite dining

Palm Beach is a short stroll from Marriott's Aruba Surf Club, and other popular attractions like Eagle Beach are within a few miles (5 km). This 3.5-star resort has 450 guestrooms and offers an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

Dining

Enjoy a bite to eat at Captain Galley, the resort's onsite restaurant. For your convenience, a full breakfast is served for a fee each morning from 7 AM to 11 AM.

Rooms

A flat-screen TV comes with cable channels and a DVD player, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. The bathroom offers hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include a furnished balcony, a sofa bed, and a ceiling fan.

Property features

Marriott's Aruba Surf Club features an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a fitness center. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, concierge services, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this beach resort include a spa tub, an outdoor tennis court, and free WiFi in public areas.

Room options

Studio garden view 1 queen bed with sofa bed

Queen 1 | Sleeps 4

from$300

Villa, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

King 1 | Sleeps 4

Villa, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

King 1 | Sleeps 4

Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony

King 1 | Sleeps 8

Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Ocean View

King 1 | Sleeps 8

Villa, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

King 1 | Sleeps 4

Studio ocean view 1 queen bed with sofa bed

Queen 1 | Sleeps 4

Villa, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

King 2 | Sleeps 12

Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Garden View

King 1 | Sleeps 8

Villa, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

King 1 | Sleeps 4

Studio oceanside 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Queen 1 | Sleeps 4

Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Oceanfront

King 1 | Sleeps 8

Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony, Oceanfront

Queen 1 | Sleeps 4

Guest reviews for Marriott's Aruba Surf Club

Everyone (4)Couples (12)Family (16)Other (2)Friends (1)

5

Everyone

Everything was excellent at the surf club. We loved the resort and definitely plan on going back.

By a verified traveler on Nov 19, 2018

4

Everyone

Like the lazy river
Like the bingo
Like the views from room above 6floor

By a verified traveler on Oct 21, 2018

5

Everyone

Our third time staying at Surf Club. Always perfect!

By lori, from utica ny on Jun 27, 2018

5

Everyone

The hotel staff were very helpful and polite. The bed was comfortable and the view from the balcony was exquisite.

By a verified traveler on Oct 16, 2016

5

family beach vacation

Families

The Marriott Surf Club is a great resort for families with kids 18 or under. The staff was very friendly and responsive. There was always something going on at the resort and was a very kid friendly atmosphere. The resort is located right on Palm beach. If you like the beach vs the pool, make sure you reserve a Palapas once you arrive so you have a good view of the Ocean.

By Sammus1 on Sep 9, 2015

4

good hotel but not a resort

Families

We enjoyed our stay but the hotel is mainly for time share owners and only provides very basic hotel services (definitely not a resort). The hotel is situated in a great location, between other hotels and next to a beautiful beach. Unfortunately, it is very hard to get a reasonable seat at the beach and folks line up at 6:30AM to reserve a spot. The water slide close very early (~4pm) which was inconvenience for parents who try to limit their kids sun exposure to off-peak times.

By Avraham M. on Apr 10, 2015

3

family trip

Singles

Hotel was very croweded during the time we were there.

By Teresa I. on Mar 14, 2015

4

nice trip for retire

Families

We only stayed 5 days. It is better to stay at least one week. Hotel meets our expect. It is convenient ,clean and comfortable. Restaurants in hotel and nearby are very fine. It will be excellent if I can have more time to play golf.

By Ming Shing on Feb 15, 2015

5

great trip

GetawayWithFriends

The hotel was very nice. Great staff. Great Location. Had to learn the lay of the land with regard to reserving seats at the beach or pool.

By Paul Y. on Feb 13, 2015

5

pool area excellent!!

Families

the kids loved the pool (including lazy river and waterslide)! could almost never get them to the actual beach, which says a lot! and iguanas everywhere to entertain the kids - totally safe and tame! rooms are not fancy, but we were not in the room except for sleeping! bring your own float for lazy river - don't know why. easy walking distance to restaurants and shopping.

Offsite Activities

Location Highlights

Hotel Policies

Arrivals + Departures

The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

Check-in: 4 PM

Check-out: 10 AM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Payment types

Kids + Beds

Free cribs/infant beds are available

Pets

This property doesn't allow pets (service animals welcome)

Things To Know

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, are required at check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.

The following credit cards are accepted: American Express, Diners Club, Discover, JCB International, Mastercard, and Visa.

No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy. A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification are required upon check-in. Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

Breakfast fee: between USD 10 and USD 15 for adults, USD 5 and USD 10 for children (approximately)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

Awards & Affiliations

Green / Sustainable Property This property participates in Audubon, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.